Card Game in the Parlour Charming Victorian Genre Interior Scene Oil Painting

Card Game in the Parlour by ALEXANDER AUSTEN (1859-1924) signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 17 x 15 inches canvas: 12 x 10 inches Provenance: Private collection, Yorkshire, England Condition: overall very good condition Description: This delightful oil painting by ALEXANDER AUSTEN (1859-1924) captures a lively moment between two gentlemen engaged in a card game within the cozy ambiance of a traditional parlour. The artist vividly portrays their animated expressions, with one figure leaning forward in an enthusiastic gesture while the other considers his next move. The scene is filled with character and charm, enhanced by the period attire of the players, including their tailored jackets and breeches. It is a wonderful example of the Victorian genre and a delightful insight into Victorian Britain.